Stage Technician

Tai Kwun; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Tai Kwun in Hong Kong is seeking a capable technical performer to operate audio, lighting and video equipment for live productions. You will supervise part-time technicians and contractors on-site, assist with loading, setup and dismantling, and maintain equipment to ensure safe, smooth operations.

Proficiency in English, Cantonese and Mandarin, plus a Diploma in Technical Performing Arts, is required; hands-on theatre lighting experience is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma or above in Technical Performing Arts / entertainment or relevant disciplines.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in entertainment industry with solid knowledge of event operation and production techniques.
• Hands on experience in theatre lighting fixtures operations.
• Knowledge of theatre lighting or video networking system setup is preferred, e.g. ETC Eos, GrandMA 2, GrandMA 3, resolume arena etc.
• Good problem solving, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Good command of spoken and written English, Cantonese and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Operate audio, lighting or video equipment properly to ensure productions run smoothly.
• Supervise part time technicians and contractors to ensure on-site performance quality and procedures conformity.
• Support in loading and unloading equipment, setup and dismantle to ensure the safe technical operations of Tai Kwun’s venues.
• Monitor and maintain the condition of lighting, sound, video and stage equipment.
• Prepare and consolidate departmental records (e.g. timesheets, keys or inventory issued, petty cash claims etc).
• Perform other ad hoc duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma in Technical Performing Arts

Tools

ETC Eos

GrandMA 2

GrandMA 3

Resolume Arena

Job description

Operate audio, lighting or video equipment properly to ensure the productions run smoothly

Supervise part time technicians and contractors to ensure on-site performance quality and procedures conformity

Support in loading and unloading equipment, setup and dismantle to ensure the safe technical operations of Tai Kwun’s venues

Monitor and maintain the condition of lighting, sound, video and stage equipment

Prepare and consolidate departmental records (e.g. timesheets, keys or inventory issued, petty cash claims etc)

Perform other ad hoc duties as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements:

Diploma or above in Technical Performing Arts / entertainment or relevant disciplines

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in entertainment related industry with solid knowledge of event operation and production techniques

Hands on experience in theatre lighting fixtures operations

Knowledge of theatre lighting or video networking system setup is preferred, e.g. ETC Eos, GrandMA 2, GrandMA 3, resolume arena etc.

Good problem solving, interpersonal and organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Good command of spoken and written English, Cantonese and Mandarin

Tai Kwun is the Centre for Heritage and Arts, a place of inspiration, stimulation and enjoyment for all Hong Kong people.

It is situated in the restored Central Police Station compound, one of the most significant revitalisation projects in Hong Kong, comprising three declared monuments—the former Central Police Station, Central Magistracy and Victoria Prison.

The revitalisation project has been led by The Hong Kong Jockey Club in partnership with the Government of the Hong Kong SAR.

Tai Kwun is the trading name of The Jockey Club CPS Limited

Arts & Cultural Services 101-1,000 employees